Alma College's oldest book discovered in special collections library | News
The rag paper, the Latin language and font, and the holes made by real bookworms are among the many features that distinguish âPersii familiare commentumâ from other books in Alma Collegeâs special collections library. Another unique characteristic: the book was published in 1499, making it the oldest in Almaâs library. âPersiiâ takes over the title of oldest book from a collection of writings by the theologian Martin Luther, published in the mid-1500s, according to Associate Professor of History Daniel Wasserman-Soler. âThereâs something about holding ...
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